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Day: Monday - 31st March 2003
Time: 12:43 pm
Listening to: Santana (feat. Michelle Branch) - The Game Of Love
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More than 2 months since my last entry. People have been asking if I've been updating. Apologies to those who've been checking to see if I've updated. *Are you reading this, Corine? Glad that I've updated my journal once again? =)*
I've tried to update my blog ONCE since I got back from Melbourne, but there were problems that night and I didn't have the patience to wait around for the page to load.
So what's been going on? I've just had this hair-cut recently that's a BIT too short. I think its pretty bad. Don't think I want to meet anyone until I manage to grow it out to a decent length. I'd say 1 month would be a good time to venture out to meet people again. I think I should never go cut my hair when rushing for time, EVER AGAIN. This seems to always happen.
Maybe you'd like to know what I've been doing since I got back from Melbourne. I've been going for job interviews, hanging out with friends, did some shopping, spend ALOT of time in front of the TV, be it ASTRO movies or my Playstation 2.
Went to watch "Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers" for a 2nd time in the cinema now. For RM 5, it was a bargain. I think that's the only time I've been to the cinema the entire 2 and a half months I've been back in Malaysia.
In all honesty, I got a couple of jobs and here's how long I lasted.
Job #1 - 2 days
Job #2 - 4 1/2 days
From personal experience, there are many kinds of people out there in this world. You can't really judge the book by its cover, like the saying goes. Damn, even job vacancy ads are so misleading.
Which leads me to another point, honesty. Where do we draw the line? How much information should we reveal? Should we lie to protect ourselves? Let's face it, all of us have told lies at one point in life, at one point or another. I believe I have mastered the art of "selling" to a certain degree. We tell people what they want to hear. A couple of interviewers have told me I'd make a good salesman because I can "talk".
Should we lie to protect ourselves? I only lasted about 5 days at my second job because I was too honest. Should I keep information to myself for the sake of my own protection? Maybe its no longer feasible to do what's right, but to do what's practical. Keeping information from others isn't technically lying, or is it?
For awhile, I thought I might've gotten abit to philosophical. Time to stop.
Ben hasn't replied my email which mentioned that I was to resign. Hopefully he's just busy and not pissed. Maybe I'm worrying over unnecessary matters. I'm sure Ben is understanding.
Getting a job isn't easy, what's more, getting a job which I think I would last in. Life has been one worry after the other, first it was about whether I could graduate. Then it was whether I could get my Australian PR. Then it was if I could get a job. Life's challenges/obstacles I suppose.
I would seriously go out and do something. Sitting at home all day long is alright but it gets boring after awhile. Parents don't seem to understand. It's not that I'm not trying to get a job - I do try. Best of luck to me.
Friends, though there are the few who are available to meet up - some just are too busy with their own plans. Can't say I blame them, we have our own lives to lead.
Somehow I think my blog wouldn't be complete without complaints. Here's one to start off:
I dropped my new Samsung T-100 phone a few times now. First, I think the vibrator in the phone is busted. Uhuh. No more vibrate mode for me. That could be the result of the first few falls onto the parquet floor in my room. The lovely metallic silver casing now bears the scars due to my carelessness. I dropped the phone onto the tar road and as a result, there are deep scratches all over the phone now. I want a new phone! The NOKIA 6610 looks pretty good.
Enough complaints for now. Time to stop for the time being.
Monday, March 31, 2003
Friday, January 17, 2003
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Day: Friday - 17th January 2003
Time: 9:20 am
Listening to: Milky - Just The Way You Are (Almighty Mix)
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Feeling slightly feverish. Don't know if its because of the excitement of going back home to Malaysia tomorrow afternoon. DT offered to drive me to the airport. I told him I'd buy him and ML lunch for their "troubles".
Most of my packing is done. Just need to do some refinement later on tonight after work. Get rid of the unncessary stuff. I think I've packed in too much clothes that I don't need.
I've had my new phone for about a week or so now. Not much complaints about it except that SMSing can be pretty frustrating at times because its so slow.
The guys at work had a "farewell" thinggie for me last Sunday evening. Wasn't too bad. Fairly good turn out. Had dinner at a place in Camberwell called "George's". They wanted to play pool at a place called "Players". Met Maria for the first time. Heard about her alot and I've seen her before. She's moved up to Queensland. She's a nice girl. Half Filo(Filipino)/Polish. Chris, Khanh, Boon, Maria, Sam, Courtney, Michael, Tom, Andrew. Met a Scott, who I found out just a couple of days ago, is Lauren's brother.
When she heard about "Players", she thought they were all taking me to a strip club. We didn't get to go to play there in the end because some guy started checking for IDs. and some of them were underaged. Went on to Rivoli nearby and was deciding to watch a movie. It was a toss up between "Die Another Day" and "2 Weeks Notice". We literally had to toss a coin to decide. In the end, we didn't watch a movie as well. Spent the next couple of hours at Chapel Street at a place called "Golden Triangle" playing pool.
I was supposed to bring AL along with me to meet the guys for dinner. I was talking to her the night before on ICQ and found out she was back in Melbourne after a couple of months back in Malaysia. We planned to meet up for lunch, and I thought I could use her expertise in getting lipgloss and nail polish that Dei asked me to get. When I went to bed, it was already about 4 am. I called her as promised the next day about 1 pm only to find she was still sleeping. She did answer the phone but said she slept at 8 am that morning. I said it didn't matter, we could still meet up when I got back from Malaysia. BUT she insisted saying "can't we meet up for coffee or something during the weekday?". I told her I had to work, then finally decided to meet on Monday or Tuesday since I finished earlier in the afternoon.
Monday was bloody hot and I called AL. Twice. Couldn't get her on the phone. No one was answering. Didn't really like the weather to be going out too. Called her again on Tuesday morning during my break. Finally managed to get her on the phone. Spoke to her awhile and told her that I'd call her again when I got home after work. We agreed to meet that evening. Weather was fantastic that day.
Met her in the city outside Nike (where else?). Thought I'd be 15 minutes late. Good thing she decided to wash her hair at the last minute so we arrived at the same time. What are the chances eh? I preferred when she had longer hair. She had it cut shorter to shoulder length now. She wanted to have Japanese food. Not that I'm a big fan but I'm easy going. Found out that the restaurant was closed. I've had 2 other options, Greek or Mexican. Didn't go for either. She said she was thinking of trying Lebanese food at Lygon Street. Why not, I thought. There we were, walking along Lygon Street. Every head waiter/captain at every restaurant along the street asked us to go into theirs to try their food.
When we got to the end of the street, AL made a comment that it could be the Nepalese restaurant, which she mistook for Lebanese. We decided to try that. Geography isn't my best subject and I can't recall, but is Nepal in or around India? Verdict, Nepalese food is similar to Indian. Might as well have just called it Indian food outright. AL wanted to have some wine. Don't know why out of the blue I agreed. Funny thing cause I don't usually drink. Both of us finished the whole bottle. She said she was feeling abit tipsy after half a glass while I felt nothing. Weird. When we paid the bill, the waiter gave us an extra $10 in change. I looked at the bill, then at the change, then at AL. She noticed the extra $ 10 too. I asked her "Take and run?". She nodded in agreement. She then announced to me "Coffee on you".
I waited for her to finish her wine then we were off. "Starbucks" was closed. Finally had ice cream at a place called "Gelare". It was getting late so we decided to go home after that. Felt really tired at work the next morning. Don't know if it was a hang over from all that wine or what.
Oh, almost time to go. Need to get a couple of items from the hardware store before work.
I guess its goodbye Melbourne and Hello Malaysia.
Day: Friday - 17th January 2003
Time: 9:20 am
Listening to: Milky - Just The Way You Are (Almighty Mix)
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Feeling slightly feverish. Don't know if its because of the excitement of going back home to Malaysia tomorrow afternoon. DT offered to drive me to the airport. I told him I'd buy him and ML lunch for their "troubles".
Most of my packing is done. Just need to do some refinement later on tonight after work. Get rid of the unncessary stuff. I think I've packed in too much clothes that I don't need.
I've had my new phone for about a week or so now. Not much complaints about it except that SMSing can be pretty frustrating at times because its so slow.
The guys at work had a "farewell" thinggie for me last Sunday evening. Wasn't too bad. Fairly good turn out. Had dinner at a place in Camberwell called "George's". They wanted to play pool at a place called "Players". Met Maria for the first time. Heard about her alot and I've seen her before. She's moved up to Queensland. She's a nice girl. Half Filo(Filipino)/Polish. Chris, Khanh, Boon, Maria, Sam, Courtney, Michael, Tom, Andrew. Met a Scott, who I found out just a couple of days ago, is Lauren's brother.
When she heard about "Players", she thought they were all taking me to a strip club. We didn't get to go to play there in the end because some guy started checking for IDs. and some of them were underaged. Went on to Rivoli nearby and was deciding to watch a movie. It was a toss up between "Die Another Day" and "2 Weeks Notice". We literally had to toss a coin to decide. In the end, we didn't watch a movie as well. Spent the next couple of hours at Chapel Street at a place called "Golden Triangle" playing pool.
I was supposed to bring AL along with me to meet the guys for dinner. I was talking to her the night before on ICQ and found out she was back in Melbourne after a couple of months back in Malaysia. We planned to meet up for lunch, and I thought I could use her expertise in getting lipgloss and nail polish that Dei asked me to get. When I went to bed, it was already about 4 am. I called her as promised the next day about 1 pm only to find she was still sleeping. She did answer the phone but said she slept at 8 am that morning. I said it didn't matter, we could still meet up when I got back from Malaysia. BUT she insisted saying "can't we meet up for coffee or something during the weekday?". I told her I had to work, then finally decided to meet on Monday or Tuesday since I finished earlier in the afternoon.
Monday was bloody hot and I called AL. Twice. Couldn't get her on the phone. No one was answering. Didn't really like the weather to be going out too. Called her again on Tuesday morning during my break. Finally managed to get her on the phone. Spoke to her awhile and told her that I'd call her again when I got home after work. We agreed to meet that evening. Weather was fantastic that day.
Met her in the city outside Nike (where else?). Thought I'd be 15 minutes late. Good thing she decided to wash her hair at the last minute so we arrived at the same time. What are the chances eh? I preferred when she had longer hair. She had it cut shorter to shoulder length now. She wanted to have Japanese food. Not that I'm a big fan but I'm easy going. Found out that the restaurant was closed. I've had 2 other options, Greek or Mexican. Didn't go for either. She said she was thinking of trying Lebanese food at Lygon Street. Why not, I thought. There we were, walking along Lygon Street. Every head waiter/captain at every restaurant along the street asked us to go into theirs to try their food.
When we got to the end of the street, AL made a comment that it could be the Nepalese restaurant, which she mistook for Lebanese. We decided to try that. Geography isn't my best subject and I can't recall, but is Nepal in or around India? Verdict, Nepalese food is similar to Indian. Might as well have just called it Indian food outright. AL wanted to have some wine. Don't know why out of the blue I agreed. Funny thing cause I don't usually drink. Both of us finished the whole bottle. She said she was feeling abit tipsy after half a glass while I felt nothing. Weird. When we paid the bill, the waiter gave us an extra $10 in change. I looked at the bill, then at the change, then at AL. She noticed the extra $ 10 too. I asked her "Take and run?". She nodded in agreement. She then announced to me "Coffee on you".
I waited for her to finish her wine then we were off. "Starbucks" was closed. Finally had ice cream at a place called "Gelare". It was getting late so we decided to go home after that. Felt really tired at work the next morning. Don't know if it was a hang over from all that wine or what.
Oh, almost time to go. Need to get a couple of items from the hardware store before work.
I guess its goodbye Melbourne and Hello Malaysia.
Friday, January 03, 2003
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Day: Friday - 3rd January 2003
Time: 5:51 pm
Listening to: Christina Aguilera - Beautiful
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A new day. A new year. 15 days before I leave for Malaysia.
New Year's was really simple. Phoung and Harlan came over for dinner. Had chicken, bak kut teh, Vietnamese spring roll and prawn crackers. What a combination. Stayed home and played "RISK" until half past 11 pm. Drove to Harlan's place near the MCG and walked next to the train tracks near Flinders Street. The fireworks started at the stroke of 12 am. Happy New Year. The display went on for about 15 minutes. Then it was back home to finish the game. Harlan was definitely addicted to it.
We had 2 new trainees and 2 full-timers at work on New Year's and the day after. What the fuck was Ben thinking? It was stressful. I could have burst a vein. No offence to the new girl, Stephanie but being new, she was really slow. I had to look out for her as well. No choice. “We’re geese.” We all have to look out for each other.
Went to Doncaster Westfield Shopping Centre last night. In the end, DT and ML ended up arguing (again!) about something and she didn't come along. It was a boys' night out then. Had dinner at TGIF's. Just the usual. DT wanted to look for his Lord Of The Rings Risk board game. Couldn't find it around. Lots of games selling cheap but I've already got Splinter Cell the other day from Myer for about $ 68.
Lord Of The Rings fever has affected us all. We started playing DT's "The Hobbit" board game recently. And now, I'm thinking about getting the collectible card game just for the hell of it.
Just got back from work and then after a quick change, went for a hair cut. I think I cut it abit too short. Should leave it abit longer the next time around.
Got a call from Tom at about 7:10 am this morning. Chris Harle didn't make it to work and Tom asked if I could start at 8 am instead of 12 pm. It was the thought of finishing early that made me say "Yes". Then again, I always get calls to start earlier and I never turn them down. Does suck being dependable sometimes. Never had so much coffee at work before. Made my own mocha concoction with the coffee and Milo for the McFlurry. Pretty good if I might say so myself.
So, worked from 8:00 am till 4:30 pm. The downside of it? Only got to spend 30 minutes with Courtney. Aah, Courtney, who would have thought that she was only 17 years old?!?!?! Damn.She sure as hell doesn't act like it. Found out from Liz the other day when a few of us were just talking about some stuff. Thought I could ask her out during the weekend but she works. Pity that. Anyway, she said I would see her before I leave in 2 weeks time.
Rudy still hasn't gotten my phone from his supplier yet. Fuck. I've been waiting for ages. I wonder if I'll even get my phone before I leave for Malaysia.
ML was home when I got back after my haircut. Told me that they were going to Carlton Curry House for dinner and then after that, to an Irish pub with Phoung and Harlan. Might go along with them. We're just waiting for them to come. They're supposed to be here about now.
Just remembered that DT hasn't given me my $ 20 change from the $ 50 note I gave him last night after he went out to get Pearl Tea.
Might have to go collect my plane ticket tomorrow from the city. Might give RL a call. She wants me to bring home some Royal Jelly for her father. Might meet up with her. Have to see how it goes and that would depend if I get my sleep tonight.
Day: Friday - 3rd January 2003
Time: 5:51 pm
Listening to: Christina Aguilera - Beautiful
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A new day. A new year. 15 days before I leave for Malaysia.
New Year's was really simple. Phoung and Harlan came over for dinner. Had chicken, bak kut teh, Vietnamese spring roll and prawn crackers. What a combination. Stayed home and played "RISK" until half past 11 pm. Drove to Harlan's place near the MCG and walked next to the train tracks near Flinders Street. The fireworks started at the stroke of 12 am. Happy New Year. The display went on for about 15 minutes. Then it was back home to finish the game. Harlan was definitely addicted to it.
We had 2 new trainees and 2 full-timers at work on New Year's and the day after. What the fuck was Ben thinking? It was stressful. I could have burst a vein. No offence to the new girl, Stephanie but being new, she was really slow. I had to look out for her as well. No choice. “We’re geese.” We all have to look out for each other.
Went to Doncaster Westfield Shopping Centre last night. In the end, DT and ML ended up arguing (again!) about something and she didn't come along. It was a boys' night out then. Had dinner at TGIF's. Just the usual. DT wanted to look for his Lord Of The Rings Risk board game. Couldn't find it around. Lots of games selling cheap but I've already got Splinter Cell the other day from Myer for about $ 68.
Lord Of The Rings fever has affected us all. We started playing DT's "The Hobbit" board game recently. And now, I'm thinking about getting the collectible card game just for the hell of it.
Just got back from work and then after a quick change, went for a hair cut. I think I cut it abit too short. Should leave it abit longer the next time around.
Got a call from Tom at about 7:10 am this morning. Chris Harle didn't make it to work and Tom asked if I could start at 8 am instead of 12 pm. It was the thought of finishing early that made me say "Yes". Then again, I always get calls to start earlier and I never turn them down. Does suck being dependable sometimes. Never had so much coffee at work before. Made my own mocha concoction with the coffee and Milo for the McFlurry. Pretty good if I might say so myself.
So, worked from 8:00 am till 4:30 pm. The downside of it? Only got to spend 30 minutes with Courtney. Aah, Courtney, who would have thought that she was only 17 years old?!?!?! Damn.She sure as hell doesn't act like it. Found out from Liz the other day when a few of us were just talking about some stuff. Thought I could ask her out during the weekend but she works. Pity that. Anyway, she said I would see her before I leave in 2 weeks time.
Rudy still hasn't gotten my phone from his supplier yet. Fuck. I've been waiting for ages. I wonder if I'll even get my phone before I leave for Malaysia.
ML was home when I got back after my haircut. Told me that they were going to Carlton Curry House for dinner and then after that, to an Irish pub with Phoung and Harlan. Might go along with them. We're just waiting for them to come. They're supposed to be here about now.
Just remembered that DT hasn't given me my $ 20 change from the $ 50 note I gave him last night after he went out to get Pearl Tea.
Might have to go collect my plane ticket tomorrow from the city. Might give RL a call. She wants me to bring home some Royal Jelly for her father. Might meet up with her. Have to see how it goes and that would depend if I get my sleep tonight.
Wednesday, December 25, 2002
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Day: Wednesday - 25th December 2002
Time: 5:41 pm
Listening to: Aaliyah - Down With The Clique
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Merry Christmas.
Spent the whole day lounging in front of the tv watching movie after movie. Watched "Black Hawk Down" followed by abit of "X-Men" before watching Chris Klein and Heather Graham in "Say It Isn't So".
Stopped by Sam's place at New Quay last night. He had some friends from Church over. We just stuck to ourselves while his friends obviously knew each other beforehand. Came home and watched Diane Lane and Richard Gere's "Unfaithful" on DVD before going off to bed.
Went on another shopping spree on Sunday. Spent about $ 476 on Ralph Lauren Polo stuff.
- 1 pair of jeans/chinos
- long sleeved shirt
- 2 t-shirts
- collared polo shirt
- wallet
Consoled myself by saying that's my Christmas + New Year + Chinese New Year shopping.
Some fuck stole $ 20 from my wallet at work on Friday. I'm pretty sure it was stolen. There's no other explanation why $ 20 would be missing from my wallet. Serves me right for leaving my belongings in my bag in the change room.
Haven't gotten my phone from Rudy yet. Still waiting. Hopefully by the end of the week.
"Lord Of The Rings: The Two Towers" comes out tomorrow!!! Obviously, we haven't gotten tickets yet and it'll be some time before I get to watch it.
Results of the experimentation with Courtney Simon. I've since had another 2 hugs from her since the last update. What are the chances now eh? She seems like a nice girl. Long dark brown hair, nice slim body...erm. OK. Enough.
Working tomorrow and its a public holiday! Damn. Working till 11:00 pm at that!
Got to remember to return the DVDs later.
Day: Wednesday - 25th December 2002
Time: 5:41 pm
Listening to: Aaliyah - Down With The Clique
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Merry Christmas.
Spent the whole day lounging in front of the tv watching movie after movie. Watched "Black Hawk Down" followed by abit of "X-Men" before watching Chris Klein and Heather Graham in "Say It Isn't So".
Stopped by Sam's place at New Quay last night. He had some friends from Church over. We just stuck to ourselves while his friends obviously knew each other beforehand. Came home and watched Diane Lane and Richard Gere's "Unfaithful" on DVD before going off to bed.
Went on another shopping spree on Sunday. Spent about $ 476 on Ralph Lauren Polo stuff.
- 1 pair of jeans/chinos
- long sleeved shirt
- 2 t-shirts
- collared polo shirt
- wallet
Consoled myself by saying that's my Christmas + New Year + Chinese New Year shopping.
Some fuck stole $ 20 from my wallet at work on Friday. I'm pretty sure it was stolen. There's no other explanation why $ 20 would be missing from my wallet. Serves me right for leaving my belongings in my bag in the change room.
Haven't gotten my phone from Rudy yet. Still waiting. Hopefully by the end of the week.
"Lord Of The Rings: The Two Towers" comes out tomorrow!!! Obviously, we haven't gotten tickets yet and it'll be some time before I get to watch it.
Results of the experimentation with Courtney Simon. I've since had another 2 hugs from her since the last update. What are the chances now eh? She seems like a nice girl. Long dark brown hair, nice slim body...erm. OK. Enough.
Working tomorrow and its a public holiday! Damn. Working till 11:00 pm at that!
Got to remember to return the DVDs later.
Wednesday, December 18, 2002
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Day: Wednesday - 18th December 2002
Time: 9:16 am
Listening to: Holly Valance - Naughty Girl
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I'm sore and aching all over. Went for the "company" Christmas party yesterday. It was a 30 minute bus ride to Oakleigh where the go-kart track was. Didn't realise that the go-kart track was indoors. We were split up into 4 groups with 2 groups starting their go-kart session first while the rest of us roamed around to do other things.
There were arcade games, about 5 pool tables, also Laser Squad. Thanks to Doug, we managed to have a go on everything (well - almost). He was even nice enough to give us money to spend on games etc. Andrew and I played a game of pool before going off go-karting.
Impressions:
- The damn go-kart is so small. I was in a really uncomfortable position where my legs were constantly at a 45 degree angle or more. I don't think these things were built for tall people like me.
- Kept getting rammed by Marlene and Samantha. Damn. Samantha and Andrew got into a pile up when they rammed into each other and consequently into me. Good thing I was right in front and their karts some how got entangled and the track marshalls had to stop them.
- Don't know how I did but it was a good experience. Can't say if I'd like to go karting again (see first point).
Next was another game of pool again. Then it was time for Laser Squad. We were split into 2 teams, Orange for us Kew employees and Green for the Hawthorn employees. We had to put on a vest with flashing lights (targets) on our shoulders, phasers and backs.
Discovered that my phaser wasn't shooting. SHIT. Went out to get an exchange. Ended up having to get a new vest and my ID was "RADAR". It was a maze of walls and it was dark with only limited light (some UV lights as well).
The Hawthorn team must have played before because as soon as the game started, they positioned themselves on high ground. I didn't even know where the hell I was going. Good strategy because they have they have good views all around. Sure I got shot many times but in the end, I was positioned 4th in my team with the 2nd best accuracy overall with an accuracy of 33% (the highest was 35%). Sweating bucketloads by the time we came out of it.
They also made arrangements to go to a club called "The Room" in Hawthorn after that. Some people wanted to go. My legs were aching from the damned go karting. Some of us waited at work to make further plans.
After some of them got a bite, they were planning to leave. I playfully said to Courtney, "No hugs for me?". Surprisingly, she turned around came over and gave me a big hug. Did I mention she was wearing a tiny red spagetti strapped top? Hah...that would make Rob extremely jealous. He was always asking girls at work to go out with him. He even asked Courtney once to go watch "Lord Of The Rings: The Two Towers" with him but she said she was going with her cousin. I told her "Just tell him you're going out with me". She said that was a good idea. Hrm...I wonder if all this was just a plan that I'm involved in but wasn't aware about. Maybe I have to "test" her again and ask for more hugs *wink wink* ;)
Rob's reaction after everyone started making plans but leaving him out of it. He made alot of suggestions but everyone seemed to pretend not to hear him or pretend that he wasn't there. When they all left, he mumbled "Thanks for inviting me *sighs* I guess I'll be going home now." He was obviously not happy about it.
Came home to watch abit of WWE and then a shower then off to bed.
I'm supposed to have gotten a reply from the bank by today about my Credit Card application. Haven't been bothered to check the letterbox yet. Then again its been exactly a week so maybe its too soon.
Rudy didn't go to work yesterday. Will find out tonight (hopefully) if my Optus mobile phone application has been approved.
Thanks to Andrew, I have about 25 CDs worth of new music. He lent me most of his R&B and Rap CDs and I've spent the last week or 2 ripping them to MP3s.
4 weeks before I go back home. Need to start making arrangements soon. Start packing. Collect plane ticket. So much to do.
Day: Wednesday - 18th December 2002
Time: 9:16 am
Listening to: Holly Valance - Naughty Girl
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I'm sore and aching all over. Went for the "company" Christmas party yesterday. It was a 30 minute bus ride to Oakleigh where the go-kart track was. Didn't realise that the go-kart track was indoors. We were split up into 4 groups with 2 groups starting their go-kart session first while the rest of us roamed around to do other things.
There were arcade games, about 5 pool tables, also Laser Squad. Thanks to Doug, we managed to have a go on everything (well - almost). He was even nice enough to give us money to spend on games etc. Andrew and I played a game of pool before going off go-karting.
Impressions:
- The damn go-kart is so small. I was in a really uncomfortable position where my legs were constantly at a 45 degree angle or more. I don't think these things were built for tall people like me.
- Kept getting rammed by Marlene and Samantha. Damn. Samantha and Andrew got into a pile up when they rammed into each other and consequently into me. Good thing I was right in front and their karts some how got entangled and the track marshalls had to stop them.
- Don't know how I did but it was a good experience. Can't say if I'd like to go karting again (see first point).
Next was another game of pool again. Then it was time for Laser Squad. We were split into 2 teams, Orange for us Kew employees and Green for the Hawthorn employees. We had to put on a vest with flashing lights (targets) on our shoulders, phasers and backs.
Discovered that my phaser wasn't shooting. SHIT. Went out to get an exchange. Ended up having to get a new vest and my ID was "RADAR". It was a maze of walls and it was dark with only limited light (some UV lights as well).
The Hawthorn team must have played before because as soon as the game started, they positioned themselves on high ground. I didn't even know where the hell I was going. Good strategy because they have they have good views all around. Sure I got shot many times but in the end, I was positioned 4th in my team with the 2nd best accuracy overall with an accuracy of 33% (the highest was 35%). Sweating bucketloads by the time we came out of it.
They also made arrangements to go to a club called "The Room" in Hawthorn after that. Some people wanted to go. My legs were aching from the damned go karting. Some of us waited at work to make further plans.
After some of them got a bite, they were planning to leave. I playfully said to Courtney, "No hugs for me?". Surprisingly, she turned around came over and gave me a big hug. Did I mention she was wearing a tiny red spagetti strapped top? Hah...that would make Rob extremely jealous. He was always asking girls at work to go out with him. He even asked Courtney once to go watch "Lord Of The Rings: The Two Towers" with him but she said she was going with her cousin. I told her "Just tell him you're going out with me". She said that was a good idea. Hrm...I wonder if all this was just a plan that I'm involved in but wasn't aware about. Maybe I have to "test" her again and ask for more hugs *wink wink* ;)
Rob's reaction after everyone started making plans but leaving him out of it. He made alot of suggestions but everyone seemed to pretend not to hear him or pretend that he wasn't there. When they all left, he mumbled "Thanks for inviting me *sighs* I guess I'll be going home now." He was obviously not happy about it.
Came home to watch abit of WWE and then a shower then off to bed.
I'm supposed to have gotten a reply from the bank by today about my Credit Card application. Haven't been bothered to check the letterbox yet. Then again its been exactly a week so maybe its too soon.
Rudy didn't go to work yesterday. Will find out tonight (hopefully) if my Optus mobile phone application has been approved.
Thanks to Andrew, I have about 25 CDs worth of new music. He lent me most of his R&B and Rap CDs and I've spent the last week or 2 ripping them to MP3s.
4 weeks before I go back home. Need to start making arrangements soon. Start packing. Collect plane ticket. So much to do.